Sinnis QM
Real ownership data from 281 UK QM motorcycles — mileage, MOT pass rates and the faults that actually come up, taken from DVSA test records rather than opinion.
Most common QM problems
Ranked by how often each fault appears in this model's MOT history.
| Fault | Severity | Share of faults |
|---|---|---|
| Chain and sprockets | dangerous | 14.7% |
| Brakes | dangerous | 14% |
| Suspension | dangerous | 7.2% |
| Lights and indicators | major | 6.4% |
| Brake discs and pads | dangerous | 5.6% |
| Electrical | major | 4.4% |
| Steering and head bearings | dangerous | 4% |
| Controls and cables | dangerous | 4% |
Advisories (wear noted but not failed) are excluded above; the most common is steering and head bearings.
QM mileage and reliability by year
Use this to judge whether a specific bike is high or low mileage for its age.
| YearYear | MedianMedian mileage | Mi/yrMiles/year | MOT passFirst-time pass | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 15 | 3,025 mi | 476 | 71.74% |
| 2017 | 48 | 3,985 mi | 326 | 74.75% |
| 2016 | 95 | 4,757 mi | 902 | 77.84% |
| 2015 | 109 | 6,014 mi | 622 | 79.16% |
| 2014 | 9 | 15,465 mi | 2,176 | 61.11% |
QM questions, answered with data
What are the most common problems with the Sinnis QM?
Across 281 UK examples, the most frequently recorded MOT faults are chain and sprockets (14.7% of all recorded faults), brakes (14% of all recorded faults), suspension (7.2% of all recorded faults).
What is average mileage for a Sinnis QM?
The median Sinnis QM in the UK has covered 5,276 miles, and typically rides about 656 miles a year. Half of all examples fall between 2,448 and 10,808 miles.
Is the Sinnis QM reliable?
77% of Sinnis QM MOT tests are passed first time, with an average of 0.17 faults recorded per test. This is measured from DVSA MOT records, not owner opinion.
Based on DVSA MOT test records for 281 Sinnis QM motorcycles registered in Great Britain and Northern Ireland. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.